Missing Authorization Vulnerability Affects Advance WordPress Search Plugin

CVE-2022-38057

What is CVE-2022-38057?

A missing authorization vulnerability exists in the ThemeHunk Advance WordPress Search Plugin that can potentially allow unauthorized users to access sensitive plugin settings. This issue affects versions up to and including 1.2.1, enabling malicious actors to manipulate plugin configurations without proper permissions, thereby compromising the integrity and security of the WordPress installation. It is crucial for users to safeguard their sites by updating the plugin and applying necessary security measures to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

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